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Precision Armament TiTrex Buying Guide

The TiTrex 300Ti and TiTrex 360Ti: how X-CORE and the serialized XBand let the core be replaced or upgraded, what NURBS baffles are, what PEW Science measured, and which TiTrex fits your rifle.

How to Choose a Precision Armament TiTrex Suppressor

Precision Armament is a CNC manufacturer in Wellsville, New York, known for muzzle devices, scope rails and recoil lugs for precision, hunting and tactical rifles, all made in the USA. The TiTrex is its suppressor, and it's new to the market: fully 3D printed, designed by an engineering team that tested its way to the final shape. It's a quiet can, and it sounds great.

The core is 3D printed titanium, held in a stainless steel XBand that carries the serial number. That split is what lets Precision Armament replace or upgrade the core for the life of the suppressor.

Every TiTrex shares the same size: 5.9 in. and 7.2 oz for the body, 6.2 in. and 9.2 oz with the mount and front cap. The difference is the bore:

• TiTrex 300Ti: .30 caliber and under, from 5.56 through .308 and 300 BLK, rated up to .300 RUM. Pick it for a bolt gun, a hunting rifle or a 300 BLK.
• TiTrex 360Ti: 9mm through .358 caliber. Bolt guns and lever guns up to .358, 9mm pistols, PCCs and subguns, and AR-style rifles. Pick it if you want one suppressor for rifles and 9mm.

Both are magnum rated up to .300 RUM with no barrel length restrictions, both take HUB mounts, and both ship with a titanium 5/8x24 direct thread mount, a titanium front cap and the K-Brake.

An Engineering-First Suppressor

Precision Armament built the TiTrex the way engineers build things: test, measure, change one thing, test again. From its published development process:

• An in-house acoustic lab. Precision Armament measures sound at 1 MHz, the same data rate PEW Science uses, so it can see the shape of each shot, not just the peak.
• More than one hundred design iterations. A design-of-experiments (DOE) program studied how each internal feature changed peak sound pressure, impulse and first round pop, and the design was refined on measured results.
• Benchmarked against the competition. During development, the TiTrex was tested against leading suppressors in its size and weight class to set performance targets.
• Strength by simulation, then destruction. The structure was optimized with FEA (finite element analysis), then checked with destructive tests: impulse fatigue cycles, magnum loads on ultra-short barrels and full-auto heat trials.
• Accuracy checked. Point of impact shift studies confirmed the suppressor has minimal effect on bullet flight.

The engineering only matters if the can is quiet, so we go by independent numbers. See PEW Science testing for what PEW Science measured.

X-CORE and the XBand: A Suppressor Core You Can Replace

On most suppressors, the serialized tube or body is welded to the baffles. If the baffles wear out or get damaged, the fix means cutting and rewelding, and the suppressor's identity is tied to that one set of internals.

The TiTrex separates the two. Here's how it works:

• The XBand is the serialized part. It's a 17-4 stainless steel housing, heat treated to H900, wrapped around the rear blast chamber. It carries the serial number and the required markings, and it reinforces the blast chamber, the part of the suppressor under the most stress.
• The core is the 3D printed suppressor body. It's grade 5 titanium (Ti-6Al-4V) and holds all the baffles. The XBand is mechanically retained on the core, with no welds.
• The core can be replaced, any number of times. If it's damaged or worn, or Precision Armament releases a newer design, the factory puts a new core in your original XBand. A core exchange can also change the caliber, material or color.
• The serial number doesn't change. Because the XBand is reused unaltered, your suppressor keeps its original serial number and registration.

Core exchanges are done by Precision Armament, not at home. You order the replacement core, ship only the core with the XBand attached, and include your ATF paperwork. Precision Armament quotes a typical turnaround of two business days after it receives the core. Per Precision Armament, because the serialized XBand is reused, no new NFA paperwork or tax stamp is needed, and you can ship the core straight to them without going through a dealer. If an exchange or upgrade carries a fee, it's one-third of the MSRP of the replacement suppressor (TiTrex manual).

NURBS Baffles: Optimized by Computer, Only Possible With 3D Printing

NURBS stands for non-uniform rational basis splines, a way CAD software defines curved surfaces with math instead of a mesh of flat polygons. Precision Armament also uses it as the name of its baffle design, the Non-Uniform Reconvergent Baffle Stack.

• Shaped by testing. The baffle cones are radially asymmetric, and their surfaces were computationally optimized through repeated testing. Precision Armament ran more than one hundred design iterations in its own acoustic lab, studying how each internal feature changed peak sound pressure, impulse and first round pop.
• No vents or bypass ducts. The TiTrex controls gas with baffle shape alone. PEW Science classifies it as a conventional design, with no venting, annular cavities or gas rerouting paths (SSS.6.212).
• Can't be machined. The baffle geometry requires DMLS 3D printing.
• The trade: a conventional design holds gas longer, which helps sound reduction. On a semi-auto, expect more back pressure than a purpose-built high-flow suppressor. On a bolt gun, it doesn't matter. On gas guns, the 360Ti's larger .36 bore lets more gas through.

What PEW Science Measured

PEW Science tested the TiTrex 300 with the included direct thread mount on a 20 in. Savage Model 10 .308 with Federal XM80. It's 6.19 in. long and 9.1 oz as tested.

• Suppression Rating: 44.3 (SSS.6.212).
• First round pop is effectively masked. PEW Science found FRP minimal, with "exemplary first-round-pop suppression."
• Performance for its length. PEW Science wrote that the TiTrex "represents one of the most optimized performance examples for length that currently exist." It matched the LPM Anthem-S QD's muzzle rating while being over an inch shorter.
• Outperforms similar-size cans. On the same rifle, it outperformed the Dead Air Nomad-Ti, LPM Anthem-S and OCL Infinity, all longer, and the Diligent Enticer S-Ti, which is also longer.
• Close competitors are all longer. PEW Science names the Anthem-S QD, Silencer Central Banish 30 Gold, Boss Chairman and FOR Monarch 7.62 as close competitors in suppression, and notes that all of them are longer than the TiTrex.

PEW Science has published testing of the TiTrex 300. We haven't found published PEW Science testing of the 360Ti.

What reviewers found

Shooting News Weekly: Ran it on a 10 in. .308 SBR (subsonic and full power), a 300 BLK AR, a 5.56 AR and a 7mm PRC bolt gun. With subsonic .308 it had no noticeable first round pop and beat three other suppressors tested back to back. The reviewer called it "a leap forward in suppressor design on multiple levels." Read the review

The Firearm Blog: Ran the 300Ti on a Steyr Scout and a 6.5 Creedmoor Savage 110 Ultralight, kept the Scout under 7 lb with the suppressor on, and found the K-Brake let the shooter spot impacts from field positions. "The TiTrex is a great suppressor." Read the review

Precision Armament TiTrex Models

Precision Armament also makes the TiTrex 260Ti for 6.5mm and the TiTrex 300SD, an Inconel core for high-heat, high round count use.

How the TiTrex Compares

TiTrex 300Ti vs. Other Short Baffled .30 Cal Suppressors

These are all conventional baffle suppressors in the 6 to 7 in. range, built for the same hunting and precision rifle buyer. Lengths and weights are as each maker lists them.

PEW Science has tested three of them on the same 20 in. .308 bolt gun. The TiTrex rated 44.3 (SSS.6.212), the Enticer S-Ti 42.5 (SSS.6.68) and an earlier ASR-mounted Omega 300 38.3 (SSS.6.10). We haven't found published PEW Science results for the Scythe Ti or Jolene S.

The Scythe Ti and Jolene S list lighter weights, and the Omega 300 is the full-auto rated all-rounder. The TiTrex is the one with the highest PEW Science rating of the tested cans, no barrel length restrictions up to .300 RUM, and a core that can be replaced at the factory.

TiTrex 360Ti vs. Other Multi-Caliber Suppressors

Lengths and weights are as each maker lists them; the TiTrex figures include its mount and front cap. The 360Ti covers 9mm through .358 in one titanium can, and it's the one here with a replaceable core. The Omega 36M is the pick if you want a modular can that gets shorter, and the Flow Range 36 Ti or Bushwhacker 36 if you need .338 Lapua.

Mounts, Front Caps and the K-Brake

• HUB rear. Every TiTrex uses Precision Armament's OPEN SOURCE 1.375x24 mount interface, which works with industry-standard HUB mounts: SilencerCo ASR, Dead Air KeyMo and Xeno, Q Plan-B, Griffin, YHM Phantom and HUB direct thread mounts. Shop rifle suppressor mounts.
• In the box: a titanium 5/8x24 direct thread mount (other barrel threads are available), a titanium universal front cap, the K-Brake and two OPEN SOURCE universal wrenches.
• Bravo-compatible front. The 1.420x24 front thread takes SilencerCo Bravo-style front caps and brakes.
• Front cap vs. K-Brake. The universal front cap gives the most sound reduction. The K-Brake is an ultracompact suppressor brake that cuts recoil. Shooting News Weekly measured 15 to 20 percent less recoil with the K-Brake, at about 4 to 5 dB more at the shooter's ear than the flush cap.
• Torque. Use anti-seize on the TiTrex threads and torque the HUB mount to 25 ft-lbs (plus or minus 5). Remove the suppressor with the wrench on the mount, not the body.

TiTrex Full-Auto Ratings

The titanium TiTrex is full-auto rated, depending on caliber and barrel length:

Light/limited means short bursts or limited mag dumps, typically 30 to 90 rounds, with pauses to cool. Heavy means sustained fire on a SOCOM-style schedule, 240 or more rounds with minimal cooling (spec sheet).

Cleaning a TiTrex

• Mostly self-cleaning on centerfire. The pressure and heat of centerfire cartridges burn off most carbon inside the core. Inspect it regularly for buildup.
• Keep the threads clean. Clean the mount and front cap threads with standard firearm solvent and a nylon or brass brush. A brush can go through the bore; never push patches through it.
• Avoid harsh chemicals. Skip cleaners with chlorinated solvents, ammonia or acids, which can damage titanium.
• No unjacketed lead. Lead deposits can't be cleaned out of the core.
• Sparks early on are normal. A new 3D printed titanium core can throw visible sparks for the first 30 to 60 rounds while the printed surface smooths out.

If the core ever wears out or gets damaged, that's what X-CORE is for.

Precision Armament TiTrex FAQ

What is the Precision Armament TiTrex?

A 3D printed titanium suppressor built around X-CORE: a replaceable core held in a serialized stainless steel XBand. It's 6.2 in. and 9.2 oz with the mount and front cap, HUB compatible and magnum rated up to .300 RUM with no barrel length restrictions.

TiTrex 300Ti vs. 360Ti: what's the difference?

The bore. The 300Ti is for .30 caliber and under, 5.56 through .308 and 300 BLK. The 360Ti covers 9mm through .358, including 9mm pistols and PCCs, bolt guns and lever guns. They're the same size and weight.

What is X-CORE?

Precision Armament's patent-pending, weld-free exchangeable core system. The suppressor core can be replaced or upgraded at the factory any number of times without cutting or welding, while the serialized XBand stays the same.

What is the XBand?

The serialized part of the TiTrex: a 17-4 stainless steel housing, heat treated to H900, that wraps the rear blast chamber. It carries the serial number and stays with the suppressor through every core exchange.

Does a core exchange change my serial number or registration?

No. The serial number is on the XBand, which is reused unaltered. Per Precision Armament, no new NFA paperwork or tax stamp is needed for a core exchange.

How does a TiTrex core exchange work?

Order the replacement core from Precision Armament online or by phone, upload your ATF paperwork, and ship only the core with the XBand attached. Precision Armament quotes a typical turnaround of two business days after it receives the core.

Can I change calibers with a TiTrex core exchange?

Yes. Precision Armament says core upgrades can change caliber, material and color, for example from a 300 core to a 360 core.

What does a TiTrex core exchange cost?

If Precision Armament determines a fee applies, it's one-third of the MSRP of the replacement suppressor.

What are NURBS baffles?

Precision Armament's Non-Uniform Reconvergent Baffle Stack: radially asymmetric baffle cones whose surfaces were optimized by computer and testing. The shapes can only be made with 3D printing.

How quiet is the TiTrex?

PEW Science rated the TiTrex 300 at 44.3 on a 20 in. .308 bolt gun with the included mount, with first round pop effectively masked. PEW Science called it one of the most optimized performance examples for length that currently exist.

Is the TiTrex hearing safe?

No suppressor makes gunfire silent. Precision Armament recommends hearing protection, and supersonic ammo still makes a sonic crack. Use subsonic ammo to remove the crack.

Is the TiTrex good for 300 Blackout?

Yes. The 300Ti is rated for 300 BLK, and the titanium core is rated heavy duty full-auto on subsonic 300 BLK at all barrel lengths.

Can I use the TiTrex 360Ti on a 9mm pistol?

Yes. Precision Armament lists 9mm semi-auto pistols, PCCs and subguns. A tilting-barrel pistol needs a booster mount; call us for the right one.

Is the TiTrex full-auto rated?

Yes, depending on caliber and barrel length. The titanium core is rated heavy duty on 9mm and subsonic 300 BLK at all barrel lengths, and light/limited on 5.56 (10.3 in. and over) and .308 (14.5 in. and over).

What mounts does the TiTrex use?

HUB (1.375x24). It ships with a titanium 5/8x24 direct thread mount and works with industry-standard HUB mounts such as SilencerCo ASR, Dead Air KeyMo and Xeno, Q Plan-B and YHM Phantom.

What comes with the TiTrex?

The suppressor, a titanium 5/8x24 direct thread mount, a titanium universal front cap, the K-Brake ultracompact suppressor brake and two universal wrenches.

What is the K-Brake?

Precision Armament's ultracompact suppressor brake. It threads on in place of the front cap to reduce recoil. Use the front cap for the most sound reduction.

Does the TiTrex have high back pressure?

It's a conventional baffle design with no venting, so on a semi-auto expect more back pressure than a purpose-built high-flow suppressor. On a bolt gun it doesn't matter, and the 360Ti's .36 bore lets more gas through on gas guns.

How do you clean a TiTrex?

It's mostly self-cleaning on centerfire. Clean the threads with firearm solvent and a nylon or brass brush, never push patches through the bore, and avoid chlorinated solvents, ammonia and acids.

What is the TiTrex warranty?

Precision Armament's Full Lifetime Guarantee covers defects in materials or workmanship, even if you're not the original owner. Normal wear of the core isn't covered, which is where a core exchange comes in.

Where is Precision Armament located?

Wellsville, New York. Every Precision Armament product is made in the USA.

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